Nose & Sinus
Relief for chronic congestion, sinus pressure, and breathing problems.
We’re Here to Help
If you’re constantly congested, waking up with facial pressure, or dealing with sinus infections that keep coming back, it can take a toll on your energy and daily life. You might also notice changes in your sense of smell or taste — all signs that something more is going on.
At Head & Neck Surgery of Kansas City, our team diagnoses and treats the full range of nasal and sinus issues, from inflammation and allergies to structural problems like a deviated septum. With advanced tools and a personalized treatment plan, we’ll help you breathe easier and feel more like yourself again.
Conditions We Treat
Nasal and sinus problems can make it hard to sleep, focus, or even enjoy a deep breath. Some of the most common issues we see include:
- Nasal blockage — often caused by swelling, nasal polyps, or a crooked septum
- Recurring sinus infections — bacterial or fungal infections that keep coming back
- Sinus headaches — pressure and facial pain from inflamed or congested sinuses
- Allergic rhinitis — seasonal or environmental allergies affecting the nose and sinuses
- Post-nasal drip and congestion — typically due to allergies or chronic sinusitis
- Nosebleeds and nasal trauma — from injury, dryness, or structural problems
- Nasal and sinus tumors or growths — benign or malignant masses affecting breathing or sinus function
We also diagnose and treat other nasal and sinus conditions. Even if you’re not sure what’s going on, we’ll help you get to the bottom of it.
How We Diagnose
To figure out what’s causing your symptoms, we start with a thorough exam and may recommend:
- Nasal endoscopy to get a close-up view of the nasal passages and sinus openings
- CT scan to identify sinus blockages, infections, or a deviated septum
Treatment Options
We tailor your treatment plan based on your diagnosis, symptoms, and long-term goals. Options may include:
- Medications for infection, inflammation, or allergies
- Nasal steroid sprays to reduce swelling in the nasal passages
- Sinus irrigation using saline rinses to clear out mucus and allergens
- Balloon sinuplasty to gently open blocked sinus passages without traditional surgery
- Septoplasty to correct a deviated septum and improve airflow
- Polyp removal to restore clear breathing and prevent recurring infections
- Allergy treatment with immunotherapy or medication
- Minimally invasive surgery for recurring nose and sinus issues, including Rhinaer® for chronic rhinitis, and VivAer® for nasal airway obstruction
Frequently Asked Questions
If your symptoms last longer than 10 days, are not effectively managed with antibiotics, persist, or significantly disrupt your daily life, it’s time to see an ENT specialist. Many of our patients have previously received treatment from a family physician or pediatrician but have not found long-term relief.
No — although symptoms may sometimes be controlled, a deviated septum usually needs a procedure such as septoplasty to repair the underlying anatomy.
They may be caused by untreated infection, nasal polyps, or structural problems such as a deviated septum. Accurate diagnosis is the key to long-term relief.
Most patients find the procedure tolerable. It is short, minimally invasive, and performed under local anesthesia with little downtime. This procedure is often available in our offices.
Not always — sinus headaches can also be caused by pressure or swelling without infection. We’ll help diagnose the cause and recommend the appropriate treatment.
Ready to Breathe Easier?
Nasal or sinus issues interfering with your daily life? Head & Neck Surgery of Kansas City is here to help. Schedule an appointment today for quality care and a personalized plan to alleviate your symptoms.